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Instruments and controls
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High beam indicator
This symbol illuminates when the high beam
headlights are on, or if the high beam flash
function is used.
Left turn signal indicator
Right turn signal indicator
NOTE
•Both turn signal indicators will flash
when the hazard warning flashers are
used.
•If either of these indicators flash faster
than normal, the direction indicators are
not functioning properly.
Indicator and warning symbols
SymbolDescription
Low oil pressure
Parking brake applied
SRS airbags
Seat belt reminder
SymbolDescription
Generator not charging
Fault in the brake system
Warning symbol
Low oil pressure
If the light comes on while driving, stop the
vehicle, stop the engine immediately, and
check the engine oil level. If the oil level is nor-
mal and the light stays on after restart, have the
vehicle towed to the nearest trained and quali-
fied Volvo service technician. This is normal,
provided it goes off when the engine speed is
increased.
Parking brake applied
This symbol illuminates when the parking
brake is applied. On models equipped with the
electric parking brake, this symbol flashes
while the brake is being applied and then glows
steadily.
A flashing symbol means that a fault has been
detected. See the message in the information
display.
Canadian models are equipped with this
symbol.
NOTE
This symbol also comes on when the
mechanical parking brake is only slightly
applied.
Airbags – SRS
If this light comes on while the vehicle is being
driven, or remains on for longer than approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the vehicle has been
started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions
have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or pre-
tensioner, a front airbag, side impact airbag,
and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s)
inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician as soon as possible.
Seat belt reminder
This symbol comes on for approximately 6 sec-
onds if the driver has not fastened his or her
seat belt.
Generator not charging
This symbol comes on during driving if a fault
has occurred in the electrical system. Contact
an authorized Volvo workshop.
Engine temperatureEngine overheating can result from low oil or
coolant levels, towing or hard driving at high
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NOTE
The rear fog light is considerably brighter
than the normal tail lights and should be
used only when conditions such as fog, rain,
snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for
other vehicles to less than 500 ft.
(150 meters).
Hazard warning flashers
The hazard warning flasher should be used to
indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic
hazard.
To activate the flashers, press the button
in the center dash. Press the button again
to turn off the flashers.
NOTE
•Regulations regarding the use of the
hazard warning flasher may vary,
depending on where you live.
•The hazard warning flashers will be acti-
vated automatically if an airbag
deploys.
Turn signals
Turn signals
When changing lanes
The driver can automatically flash the turn
signals 3 times by moving the turn signal lever
up or down to the first position and releasing it.
When turning
Move the lever as far up or down as possi-
ble to start the turn signals. The turn signals will
be cancelled automatically by the movement of
the steering wheel, or the lever can be returned
to its initial position by hand.
NOTE
•This automatic flashing sequence can
be interrupted by immediately moving
the lever in the opposite direction.
•If the turn signal indicator flashes faster
than normal, check for a burned-out
turn signal bulb.
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E
ECC.................................................129, 130
Economical driving.................................. 204
Electric parking brake.............................. 117
Electronic Climate Control.......128, 129, 130
air distribution table............................ 131
Interior Air Quality System.................. 130
Emergency brake lights............................. 90
Emergency locking retractor...................... 36
Emergency starting.................................. 108
Emergency towing...........................221, 222
Emission inspection readiness................ 227
Engine
overheating........................................... 76
specifications...................................... 285
starting................................................ 106
switching off....................................... 108
Engine compartment overview................229
Engine oil
checking............................................. 230
low pressure warning light.............. 75, 76
specifications...................................... 287
volumes.............................................. 288
Environment............................................... 11Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 213
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 226
Fluid specifications.................................. 288
Fog lights
front...................................................... 75
front/rear............................................... 90
rear...................................................... 238
Four C (active chassis system)................158
Front airbags.............................................. 20
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 24, 25
Front fog lights..................................... 75, 90
Front park assist.............................. 188, 190
Front seats...........................................81, 83
Fuel filler cap........................................... 210
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 210
Fuel level warning light.............................. 75
Fuel requirements............................ 208, 209
Fuel tank volume.....................................288
Fuses............................... 247, 248, 251, 253
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 209
Gas tank volume...................................... 288
Gauges...................................................... 73
Geartronic................................................ 111
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 111
Generator warning light............................. 76
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 262
Grocery bag holder.................................. 214
Gross vehicle weight...............................262
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 91
HD digital radio........................................ 138
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 89
changing bulbs...........................235, 236
high/low beams.................................... 88
high beam flash.................................... 88
Headlight washers..................................... 95
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 85
Heartbeat sensor (alarm system).........57, 58